ARUSHA COFFEE LODGE

OFFICIAL CATEGORY (Ministry of Tourism classification): 5****

LOCATION: The Lodge is 2 kilometers from Arusha Town and 01 kilometer from Arusha Airstrip.


DESCRIPTION:
Arusha Coffee Lodge, the first 5 star establishment in Arusha, is situated on the Burka Coffee Estate, a working coffee plantation spanning 17 acres. With coffee roasters and a fermentation plant, guests can observe the roasting process, taste the coffee blends and purchase fresh roasted beans.

Number of rooms: 21 private chalets. The chalets are built on raised wooden platforms with multi-level bedrooms, private lounges and huge balconies overlooking Mount Meru and the plantation. Eight rooms contain king size beds and 13 contain twin (three-quarter, extra length) beds. Triple rooms are available on request.

Room décor: The interior décor of each chalet is designed around a coffee theme such as Café Latte, Espresso and Cappuccino.

Special features: The honeymoon suite, the largest on the estate, is located in the Old Stable block with an en-suite bathroom containing a bath of luxurious proportions.

In- room amenities: All the chalets have shower, bath and separate toilets, a mini bar, room service, hair dryer, safe, coffee percolator, tea and coffee caddy and a fireplace. In keeping with the coffee theme, bathroom amenities include cappuccino-scented soap. The rooms are also equipped with overhead ceiling fans, mosquito nets and telephones with Internet adapters.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES:
Meals are served at the neighboring Redds African Grill house, with a menu that reflects an amazing array of both traditional Tanzanian cuisine and other African specialties. For the late-risers, a ‘breakfast in bed’ option is available.

GENERAL FACILITIES:
Other facilities include a swimming pool, beauty salon, 24 hour room and laundry service, meals served on your private balcony on request, curio shop, beauty salon, massage room, conference/private function room and day rooms.

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES:
Swimming Pool
Tours of the Coffee Plantation
Horse riding,
Mountain biking
Nature walks on the estate.

CONFERENCE FACILITIES: A conference room with a capacity of up to 60 and full range of Audio-visual equipment.

CLIMATE: Altitude at 1100 M (3600ft) above sea level.

LAKE MANYARA TREE LODGE

OFFICIAL CATEGORY (MINISTRY OF TOURISM CLASSIFICATION): 5 *****

LOCATION: The Tree Lodge is situated in the remote southern tip of Lake Manyara National Park. The Lake Manyara Tree Lodge is located about 2 hours from the Manyara park gate. Tarangire and Arusha are both located about 3.5 hours from Lake Manyara Tree Lodge though in opposite directions. Add about 1 hour to get from Arusha to Kilimanjaro.

DESCRIPTION: Lake Manyara Tree Lodge is set in the heart of a mahogany forest, and is the only lodge in the diverse Lake Manyara National Park in northern Tanzania. It is the newest addition to CC Africa’s portfolio of luxury safari lodges on the northern Tanzanian safari circuit.

From soaring groundwater forests and a tranquil lake, to the mountain escarpment of the Great Rift Valley, Lake Manyara National Park boasts an incredible wealth of habitats and diverse African wildlife. Guests are offered an exciting, interpretive safari experience in game-rich surrounds which include large herds of elephant and buffalo. The Lodge, which was designed to exert minimal impact on the environment, is situated in the remote southwestern region of the Park.

NUMBER OF ROOMS: Cradled in the boughs of mahogany trees, 10 stilted tree house suites are a sophisticated blend of intimacy and romance, offering privacy and exclusivity in cool, leafy surrounds.

ROOM AMENITIES: Each tree house suite features large windows to invite the lush forest inside. The classically elegant rooms are fitted with contemporary furnishings in neutral colours and textures. Bedrooms have overhead fans, mosquito nets and earthy, understated features

ROOM DECOR: The rooms are very spacious and bathrooms are especially well done with large bathtubs and even an outdoor shower. Furnishings and decorations are contemporary and abstract. Each tree house has its own private viewing deck with a comfortable sitting area and spectacular forest views. Falling asleep surrounded by the noises of the jungle will surely be one of the highlights for guests. Service is also second to none as your own private butler is on call for the duration of your stay to mix martinis or serve dinner on your private veranda.

Special Feature: Lake Manyara is a beautiful little park made famous by its tree-climbing lions. The park is home to an amazing variety of birds and animals considering its small size. A visit to this serene park will greatly diversify your safari experience as the lush green jungle habitat is of stark contrast to the other parks.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES: Overlooking a forest boma (outdoor dining area), guest areas are soaring spaces housing Dodoma artworks and tactile fabrics. An interactive kitchen allows guests to observe the preparation of delicious Pan-African cuisine which may be enjoyed in the theatrical boma, on dining decks, or on your private viewing deck with spectacular forest views. Breakfasts and picnics are also served on the lakeshore. The food and Tree Lodge is simply excellent. Breakfast is very good and is usually served buffet style in the open dining terrace. Breakfast consists of a large assortment of fruits, cereals, breads, and eggs served to your order. However, if you wish, your butler is happy to serve you either breakfast in bed or on your private veranda. The best option for lunch is to arrange a private picnic down by the lakeshore where hopefully there is lots of hippo action and thousands of flamingos. Alternatively, lunch is also offered at the lodge but we highly recommend opting for a serene picnic. Dinner is quite a production and a fairly formal affair. Once again, you always have the choice to have a more private and romantic meal in the comfort of your room or on your private veranda. There is a good variety of beer, wine and cocktails available .

GENERAL FACILITIES: There is a magnificent open-plan guest area with an intimate and cozy atmosphere overlooking the forest boma, with enough seating for 20 people. Dodoma carvings, African artefacts and sumptuous fabrics and prints are framed by banana-fibre ceilings and wood-panelled walls. There is also a stylish lap pool and a crafts gallery, which features a good selection of community craftwork.

RECREATION ACTIVITIES:
? Private game drives
? Picnic lunches
? Excellent birding
? Sundowners
? Private candlelight dinners
? Lap pool
? Crafts gallery.

CLIMATE: Tropical conditions with the plateau being relatively hot during the day and cool at night. During the months of June and September, it is much cooler. However, from March to May there is a series of “Long Rains”, and the “Short Rains” are experienced during October and December. The hottest months are between October and February.

LAZY LAGOON

OFFICIAL CATEGORY (Ministry of Tourism Classification): TBA

LOCATION: Lazy Lagoon lies in the Zanzibar Channel offshore from mainland Bagamoyo, the capital of German East Africa and the 'gateway to the Dark Continent'.

DESCRIPTION: Not only can it boast 9km (5.6 miles )of deserted beach, but it is also a natural reserve home to many small mammals, mangrove trees and patches of indigenous forest. An idyllic Robinson Crusoe Island, the perfect way to start or end a safari. Being on the coast, Lazy Lagoon enjoys a truly tropical climate. There is no best time to visit and the lodge remains open all year round.

Bagamoyo means 'lay down your heart' a relic of the slave trade as this was the exit port for many thousands of Tanzanians who left their hearts in their homeland. Broaden your outlook on the splendours of Tanzania with a visit to the old town and Kaole Ruins to glimpse the not so glorious past.
NUMBER OF ROOMS:. 12 self-contained airy rooms
Room amenities:. Large airy rooms, wide shaded verandas, peace and tranquility are some of the reasons for spending a romantic few days at Lazy Lagoon.

SPECIAL FEATURE: Lazy Lagoons is the perfect Indian Ocean island retreat, lying in the Zanzibar channel offshore from mainland
GENERAL FACILITIES:
Generator for electricity until 11 pm.
Room Service.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES:
Food is abundant and varied. Breakfast is a choice of eggs prepared to your order, accompanied by sausage, beans and tomato, or pancakes and syrup, or oatmeal. Fresh bread, buns, juice, tea and coffee. Lunch is a two course meal prepared to your order. Dinner is three course menu with a variety of seafood, meat and vegetarian dishes.

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES:
• Sunset dhow safaris.
• Windsurfing, boating and sailing on the Indian Ocean waters.
• Snorkeling around the coral reef at Lazy Lagoon. Equipment available for borrowing from the lodge.
• Nature walk - The island forms a small private nature reserve, and there are many resident small mammals; bushbabies, wild pigs, genets, baboons, duiker and suni antelope to be found amongst the indigenous forest and mangrove. Morning and evening walks are recommended to avoid the heat of the day. Bird life and flowers are also abundant .
• Relax on the Indian Ocean beach.
• Take a Bagamoyo historical tour.
• Visit Dar es Salaam.
• Visit Zanzibar Stone Town with additional night at beach hotels around Zanzibar.
• Diving off Mnemba atoll and other Zanzibar diving sites.

CONFERENCE FACILITIES: NA

CLIMATE: The town of Bagamoyo was the centre of the 19th century slave trade. The name Bagamoyo is derived from the Swahili bwaga moyo ,which means "to lose hope" or "where the heart lays down its burden". Average temperature is 23 - 33 during the entire year.
High percentage of rainy days during April and May.

MBALAGETI SERENGETI CAMP

OFFICIAL CATEGORY (Ministry of Tourism classification): exclusive

LOCATION: located in the western corridor of the Serengeti national park in Tanzania. Entering from the Mwanza-musoma highway, through the Ndabaka gate (1.5hrs) or from Naabi gate from Arusha side (3hrs). the drive is a true game experience with rich wildlife.

DESCRIPTION: Mbalageti Serengeti is situated on the Mwamyeni hill and offers panorama view of the Serengeti plain lands and the Mbalageti river. With its unparalled opportunities for wildlife viewing and seeing Africa at its most untamed, the Serengeti National park offers the beauty and synchrony of nature to be appreciated as few places. The Name originates from the name of the river, which can be seen from all angles of the Mwamnevi Mountain where the Mbalageti Serengeti is situated.

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 14 standard rooms, 24 luxury tented chalets, 4 luxury tented Honeymoon suites and 2 luxury tented Presidential suites.

Rooms’ décor AND amenities: All rooms are beautifully decorated in a modern design for a feeling of comfort and have ensuite bathrooms and a small veranda. There are a few standards rooms for the budget traveller, then there are the tented chalets for a true lush safari experience, 12 of the 24 luxury tented chalets are set on each side of the hill and have a structure of local rock and wood, they are canvas fitted and offer a perfect way of relaxing after a day of game viewing. All chalets have a bathroom with all the luxury amenities and are designed with attention to the smallest detail. Pamper yourself in the bath and enjoy a spectacular view. The Chalets are furnished and finished to make the stay as comfortable, special and memorable as can be. The private Veranda with its cooling thatch roof is a private oasis and works as an extension of your bedroom in the wild.

The Exclusive suites have a little extra of everything and a private outdoor bath right in the wild. Being spacious and with two ensuite bedrooms, lounge and veranda and all the luxurious items you may wish for, the suites are nature and luxury in perfect harmony in design and comfort and are just perfect for the more exclusive traveller.

Comfort is not compromised in any way by being under canvas. These tents are spacious and stylish. The specially designed structure provides excellent protection from insect ingress, with screens on the windows and doors. Roll down canvas blinds shut out the elements at night, providing a really cozy environment in which to lie and listen to the sounds of the bush.

Special features: A safari should be a very aesthetic experience and the people behind the creation of this camp have really thrown everything into creating the ultimate- Integrating style and comfort without detracting from the bush experience can be a difficult thing to achieve ... this one is good.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES:
Restaurant: Breakfast, light lunches and dinner are served in the restaurant. They also have the finest cuisine with Serengeti as panorama. The dedicated chefs serve meals with influences from the Serengeti environment and continental cuisine.
Bar: The bar is situated in the centre of the main building and is the natural meeting place and heart of the lodge. A wide range of local and imported products are available.

GENERAL FACILITIES:
Welcome Center: Point for meeting and greeting and has information of the lodge, its facilities and services.
Shops: two dukas are available from which you can buy “memories” or gifts. Local products, art and craft are available.
Laundry facility available, no ladies smalls.
Lighting is rechargeable battery powered.

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES:
Game walks: Rich wildlife, the mystique of the river and the opportunity of seeing the wildlife close-up make this walks memorable.
Lounge area: Board games, puzzles, magazines, and books are available from this cosy corner on the second floor of the main building.
Game drives: zebra, wildebeest, Topi, buffalo, waterbuck, antelope, baboon, impala, elephant, lion hippo, crocodile, Colobus, velvet monkey, giraffe, hyena, cheetah, are only some of the many you are likely to see
Swimming pool: The pool is made of local rocks and is situated on the edge of the hill, with 360 degree view of the Serengeti.

CONFERENCE FACILITIES: Nil

CLIMATE: 1,150M. (4'900 ft.) Above sea level. The temperature is comfortably hot during the day, nights can be chilly. Rains occur between November and May; the heaviest rainfall is normally in April. June to October is dry and windy. September and October are much drier before the November rains.

MATEMWE BUNGALOWS

OFFICIAL CATEGORY (Ministry of Tourism classification): 05*****

LOCATION: Matemwe Bungalows is situated on the northeast coast of Zanzibar one kilometre north of Matemwe Village. It's a 45-minute drive from Stone Town.

DESCRIPTION: Matemwe Bungalows offers you a perfect mix of relaxation and excitement.
Enjoy the contrasting colours of the Indian Ocean, the fine powder sand of the beach and the wild bush vegetation. Meet the friendly villagers, experience the local fish market and explore the ocean reefs on your doorstep. Here, in harmony with the environment and in co-operation with the local people, Matemwe Bungalows was built to offer you a perfect mix of relaxation and excitement. The rural northeast coast of Zanzibar is well known for its fine weather and natural beauty. That's why we call it the Sunny Side of Paradise. After years of loving care the garden of Matemwe Bungalows forms a small oasis in this otherwise dry scrub bush land.

NUMBER OF ROOMS: Matemwe Bungalows has 14 en-suite bungalows.

Room Décor: Built from local materials, each with a personal touch. All the rooms, as well as the restaurant are directly overlooking the Indian Ocean. You can enjoy the comings and goings of the local ngalawa fishing fleet from the comfort of your private veranda or from the restaurant.

Room amenities: The eight self-contained rooms and six suites have lighting and hot water both powered by the sun. All rooms have private verandas where you can laze in your own hammocks. Although mosquitos are rare in Matemwe, all rooms are equipped with a large mosquito net. The suites have large king-size beds especially suited for honeymooners. An extra single bed makes them also suitable for small families.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES: The restaurant is situated in the main thatched lodge area. Such is the pleasant vibe at Matemwe, that guests often move their tables together. If you want a particularly romantic evening, you can dine on the beach (only two couples a night though) while sitting on reed matting and cushions. If you're booked in the Asali honeymoon suite, you'll probably opt to have meals brought to you by the suite's dedicated chef.

Swahili recipes are used in combination with fresh, local ingredients, so you'll taste authentic Zanzibar cuisine. The menu changes daily and includes options of fish, chicken or red meat with vegetarian dishes available on request.

Breakfast consists simply of fresh fruit, bread, cakes and fruit juices.

Seafood is the specialty of the house, with all produce bought daily from the local markets. Lunch is a buffet offering a delicious mix of African and European flavors. Dinner offers a choice of main courses between meat, fish and vegetarian. Our barbeque of meat and fish is particularly popular. The "catch of the day" might actually be yours!
For the early birds the sunrise is a sight to savor. Early morning, tea and/or coffee will be served at your veranda. In the evening, the full moon rising out of the sea is a wonderful romantic experience you're not likely to forget. On moonless nights gaze and get lost in the star-filled sky. Our new open-air bar under the palm trees on the sand is a peaceful retreat.

GENERAL FACILITIES:
For those who need to keep in contact with the world outside, we offer internet and telephone/fax facilities in out main building. Televisions still didn't make it into Paradise.
• Limited laundry
• Room service in the honeymoon suite

RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES:
• Dive and snorkel at Mnemba Atoll
• Cruise in a dhow
• Snorkel in the lagoon
• Go fishing with one of the local fishermen in a ngalawa
• Bicycle along the beach
• Wander about the local village.

SEASONS/CLIMATE: Matemwe Bungalows is open all year. In July the weather is cool and windy, the winds dropping steadily during August. By November it is generally calm and pleasantly hot. The short rains fall late November / early December. This can be an ideal time to visit Matemwe Bungalows as it is low season and usually quiet. In 'winter', the weather is hot and dry with a cool sea breeze. April brings heavy rains.